The Cuban Institute for Research on Sugar Cane Derivatives ( ICIDCA ) - Instituto Cubano De Investigaciones de los Derivados de la Caña de Azúcar, is a research institute within the AZCUBA Group whose mission is to conduct research, develop and innovate products and technologies, transfer technology, provide scientific and technical services, and deliver specialized training. It also aims to complete the value chain by producing and marketing high-value-added products derived from research and development activities, thereby ensuring the comprehensive and diversified utilization of sugarcane.